Marcia Strassman died on at her Sherman Oaks, California home on October 25th after a long battle with breast cancer. She was 66. Ms. Strassman is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth Collector, a brother, Steven Strassman, and sister, Julie Strassman.
“She was the funniest, smartest person I ever met,” said Julie Strassman of her sister. “And talented. She knew everything. Now I won’t be able to call her and ask her questions.”
News of Strassman’s death first emerged in online posts by long-time friend, Curb Your Enthusiasm director Bob Weide: “So sad that a sweet friend, kind person & wonderful actress Marcia Strassman lost her brave battle with cancer today.”
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Best known for her role as Gabe Kaplan’s wife in the 70s TV show Welcome Back Kotter, Strassman appeared in a wide range of TV shows and films. She had a lead role in the films Honey I Shrunk the Kids and Honey I Blew Up the Kids. She also had a recurring role in the TV series M.A.S.H. Strassman was also a singer who released several albums during the late 60s.
Linda Lee Hill Jeffery
Marcia was a great actress I loved honey i shrunk the kids and honey I blew up the kid great movies may she forever RIP
Daniel vitangeli
I thought she was sooo attractive.loved her